Customs and Traditions

Introduction

Believe it or not, Noisebridge has policies and procedures. They are called "policies and procedures" because that's what every other organization calls them:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Policies_and_procedures

All of these policies and procedures exist for a reason. Some are legal requirements. Others are for everybody's safety. Some are just to prevent petty disputes and avoid misunderstandings.

Dr. Jesus points out this page of guidelines, which basically serves the same purpose:
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Guidelines

General Safety

• USE OF THE SPACE IS ENTIRELY AT YOUR OWN RISK!
• If you don't know what you're doing and it could threaten anybody's safety (not just yours!), DON'T DO IT!
• Two complete first aid kits exist - both in the hall across from the kitchen.
• About 6 working fire extinguishers are scattered throughout the space.
• The black Cisco phone between the black payphone and red payphone makes outgoing phone calls. Pick up the receiver, dial 9, then the 7-digit phone number.

Policies

Safety

• Warn anybody nearby before attempting anything potentially dangerous.
• Shoes must be worn at all times when walking anywhere at Noisebridge.
• Eye protection must be worn when working with anything mechanical that could result in any type of projectile.
• An apron should be worn when working in the kitchen or with items that could stain or damage clothing.
• No smoking is allowed inside Noisebridge, be it tobacco, marijuana, DMT, salvia divinorum, or otherwise.
• Clean up spills and slippery floors immediately.

Security

• When entering or leaving the building, make sure the gate is fully closed and locked.

Procedures

Pretend we actually agree on some procedures here.